Henrik Fahraeus
Game Director at Paradox Interactive. He has worked on the Crusader Kings, Europa Universalis, and Hearts of Iron series.
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Feb 10, 2015 • 1h 36min
Designer Notes 4: Henrik Fahraeus
Joined by Henrik Fahraeus, Game Director at Paradox Interactive, and Jon Shafer, lead designer of Civilization 5, the discussion takes a deep dive into the art of designing historical strategy games. They explore whether Civ and EU games exist in alternate dimensions and debate the merits of provinces versus hexes. The unique storytelling approach of Crusader Kings 2 captivates as they highlight emergent narratives and navigate the balance between historical accuracy and engaging gameplay. Get ready for insights on diplomacy and the delicate dance of complexity in strategy design!
Dec 3, 2012 • 1h
#4: Storytelling & Crusader Kings 2. With Paradox.
Henrik Fahraeus, a veteran project lead at Paradox Interactive, and Chris King, a talented game designer, share their journey from gamers to game creators. They dive into the art of storytelling in games, particularly within Crusader Kings 2, and how mechanics enhance player immersion. The duo discusses a new Aztec-themed DLC, community reactions, and the evolution of strategy games like Hearts of Iron. They also address the intricacies of player feedback and the challenge of fostering engaging narratives, all while reminiscing about their gaming experiences.
